Which of the Following Statements About Personality Traits in Late

question 76

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about personality traits in late adulthood is true?

• A) Old age is a time in which the personality inevitably becomes rigid and morale declines.
• B) Most seniors show a modest age-related dip in acceptance of change.
• C) A flexible, optimistic approach to life is common in old age.
• D) Older adults tend to score higher than middle-aged adults in extroversion.

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